1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 406 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
